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Whirlpool of Fate (1925): Cast

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Whirlpool of Fate is a 1925 romantic drama directed by Jean Renoir, starring Catherine Hessling as Virginia Rosaert, Pierre Renoir and Georges Térof. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes.

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Whirlpool of Fate (1925) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Director
Jean Renoir
Genres
Romance , Drama
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Whirlpool of Fate About?

The premise of Whirlpool of Fate without spoilers.

Jean Renoir’s first effort as a director and his inaugural silent picture features his wife, Catherine Hessling, portraying a young girl who, despite a bleak and tragic family situation, discovers resilience and creates a life filled with joy and happiness.

Whirlpool of Fate Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • abusive uncle
  • rape and revenge
  • village
  • thief
  • france
  • impressionism
  • horse
  • slow motion scene
  • clog
  • cabbage
  • stealing money
  • maid
+38 more
  • theft racket
  • fainting
  • fever dream
  • fever
  • delirium
  • dreaming
  • sand pit
  • mob violence
  • lynch mob
  • gypsy
  • gypsy wagon
  • man fights a man
  • setting a fire
  • fire brigade
  • fire
  • burning haystack
  • haystack
  • landlord tenant relationship
  • landlord
  • poacher
  • violence against a woman
  • abusive parent
  • abuse against women
  • alcohol abuse
  • abuse of power
  • loss of father
  • accidental drowning
  • death by drowning
  • falling into water
  • car
  • towing
  • river barge worker
  • attempted rape
  • fistfight
  • sexual assault
  • robbery
  • attempted incest
  • wooden shoes
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Cast & crew

Whirlpool of Fate Cast & Characters

Catherine Hessling leads the cast as Virginia Rosaert, with Pierre Renoir as Farmer and Georges Térof as Monsieur Raynal. Directed by Jean Renoir; 11 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Whirlpool of Fate

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From the director

More from Jean Renoir

More films directed by Jean Renoir, best-rated first: The Rules of the Game, The Little Theatre of Jean Renoir, The Elusive Corporal and Picnic on the Grass.

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Whirlpool of Fate Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “La ragazza dell'acqua” and “Die Tochter des Wassers”.

Also known as
  • La ragazza dell'acqua
  • Die Tochter des Wassers
  • La hija del agua
  • A Moça da Água
  • 水姑娘
  • Panna wodna

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Whirlpool of Fate FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Whirlpool of Fate, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Whirlpool of Fate?

Whirlpool of Fate runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was Whirlpool of Fate released?

Whirlpool of Fate was released on March 20, 1925.

Who directed Whirlpool of Fate?

Whirlpool of Fate was directed by Jean Renoir.

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Who is in the cast of Whirlpool of Fate?

Whirlpool of Fate stars Catherine Hessling as Virginia Rosaert, Pierre Renoir as Farmer and Georges Térof as Monsieur Raynal, among 11 credited actors.

Does Whirlpool of Fate have a post-credit scene?

No. Whirlpool of Fate has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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